Les’s Electronics and Programming Blog

A new paradigm for Human Interface Device

This KickStarter based product will allow us to interact with computers like never before.

Building on the success and industry acceptance of MicroSoft Kinect, this sensor is capable of detecting the position of all ten fingers simultaneously. The applications for this have yet to be realized.

Saturdays Member signup at the new space had great turnout. We got to meet a bunch of new people interested in the Lab, and see a few old faces we’d been missing from the old space. And for those of you who couldn’t make it this weekend, we are having another open house this next week. Even if you are not interested in being a member, feel free to come out and check out the new space. When: Tuesday, March 12 – 6pm to 7pm Where: 1907 Triumph St (map) What We Need From You: Cash or cheque. $250 – for full time key holder...

Today we had our first cleanup party at the Co-lab and all the familiar faces turned up. We hauled many loads of scrap metal and lumber away (big thanks to Mike for bringing his truck, without him we would have got less than half as much done). Although it was sad to see so many months of accumulated bits and pieces going out the door, it also left me feeling lighter, and looking forward to the new place we’re going to occupy in a few months. As Kim said ‘maybe we’ll even have plumbing!’ On a similar topic, the Red...

Two quick things to mention… First, there will be another Maker Faire meeting on April 11 down at EatART. Please feel free to join us. Secondly, EatART will also be hosting a fundraising party for Maker Faire on April 30. It will be a costume party, so wear something CRAZY! Tickets are available online, and like most EatART events, it’s likely to sell out, so get yours...

It’s going to be a pretty informal meeting, but we’d love to hear from you! This event is shaped by Makers so bring any ideas/suggestions as well! please RSVP to vancouver (at)makerfaire.ca if you’re planning on attending!!!! THANK YOU!...

After a few attempts to find space we have ascertained the perfect space for us to gain our walking legs. Check it out on October 30th at our cleaning party. Events for more info. For more pictures Can´t...